Zone Transportation Manager Western - Irving, TX

Zone Transportation Manager

The Company is an industrial gas manufacturer and distributor. The safety of our employees, customers, and contract carriers is our first priority and paramount to our daily operations. The Zone Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing distribution operations at distribution locations. This position is located in Irving, TX and reports to the Vice President of Transportation Operations.

Essential Functions

• Foster safe working environment and work with drivers and peers to maintain safety standards in the field.
• Facilitate and maintain all driver training files.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient distribution of products.
• Ensure all drivers and equipment complies with regulations published by the Department of Transportation.
• Oversee equipment maintenance to maximize utilization and life expectancy.
• Accountable for Distribution Manager activities such as managing all parts, fuel, and material purchasing and inventory tracking.
• Responsible for overseeing and auditing weekly driver payroll.
• Maintain and forecast direct and third party carrier costs.
• Work cooperatively with the Logistics Center to ensure the highest level of customer service to our customers.
• Research service and safety issues and participate in the root cause analysis.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience

1-3 years

4-6 years

7-9 years

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Must be computer literate and have experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Previous transportation experience is required. Must be able to work in a fast paced, sometimes stressful environment.

Licenses and Certifications

Travel Requirements

25% Travel to sites for safety meetings, audits and customer visits.

Nippon Sanso Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA /F/VET/Disability